Morris Elite SC Announces Coach Mike Gravinese’s Promotion to New York Cosmos Coaching Staff

Morris Elite SC Announces Coach Mike Gravinese’s Promotion to New York Cosmos Coaching Staff

Madison, NJ : 11/14/25

Morris Elite Soccer Club is proud to announce that longtime club coach and Sporting Director Mike Gravinese has been promoted to join the New York Cosmos coaching staff ahead of the 2026 season.

Coach Gravinese has been an integral part of the Morris Elite family since 2021, playing a major role in the club’s development, growth, and competitive success across every level of the program. Over his four years with the organization, Mike has led with professionalism, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to player development  values that have become central to the Morris Elite identity.

During his tenure, Coach Gravinese advanced through the U.S. Soccer coaching pathway, earning his USSF “A” License, one of the highest distinctions in American coaching.  Most recently, he served as Head Coach of the Morris Elite USL League Two men’s team and USL Sporting Director, guiding the club to its most successful season to date in 2025, in addition to coaching the 2012 USL Academy Boys team, winners of the 2023 Jefferson Cup, the USL Academy Girls, winners of the 2023 USL Academy Cup in Tampa and the USL Academy Boys.”

His promotion to the Cosmos staff represents not only a milestone in his personal coaching journey, but also a tangible reflection of the direct and powerful partnership between Morris Elite SC and the New York Cosmos. The collaboration continues to create real opportunities for coaches and players alike to move within a shared development structure — from youth and academy levels to the professional game.

“Mike has been part of the heartbeat of Morris Elite since the early years,” said Vincenzo Bernardo, President of Morris Elite SC and Minority Owner of the New York Cosmos. “His growth as a leader and coach has mirrored the growth of our club. Seeing him now take this next step with the Cosmos is what our partnership is all about — creating a true pathway for both players and staff to reach the professional level. I am happy for coach Mike and proud to see him on a professional coaching staff”

Coach Gravinese will officially begin his new role with the Cosmos coaching staff during the upcoming USL League One preseason, contributing to both the first team and Cosmos B development programs.

“I would like to thank Vincenzo and Scott for giving me the opportunity in 2021 and of course, to my teams & players. The 2012 Boys, the USL Academy Boys & Girls and USL2 group.  We created a culture and love for the game that led to many special memories that I will always cherish.” coach Mike Gravinese.

Morris Elite congratulates Coach Mike on this well-deserved achievement and thanks him for his years of service, leadership, and loyalty to the club. His journey embodies the Morris Elite mission: developing excellence, building opportunity, and advancing the game.